Islamic Studies Thesis

Subject ISLM90014 (2015)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2015.

Credit Points:

Level:

9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)

Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2015:

Semester 1, Parkville - Taught on campus.

Pre-teaching Period Start	not applicable
Teaching Period	02-Mar-2015 to 31-May-2015
Assessment Period End	26-Jun-2015
Last date to Self-Enrol	13-Mar-2015
Census Date	31-Mar-2015
Last date to Withdraw without fail	08-May-2015

Semester 2, Parkville - Taught on campus.

Pre-teaching Period Start	not applicable
Teaching Period	27-Jul-2015 to 25-Oct-2015
Assessment Period End	20-Nov-2015
Last date to Self-Enrol	07-Aug-2015
Census Date	31-Aug-2015
Last date to Withdraw without fail	25-Sep-2015

Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.

Time Commitment:

Contact Hours: Regular meetings with the supervisor over two consecutive semesters of enrolment.
Total Time Commitment:

Time commitment totals 170 hours each semester.

Prerequisites:

Admission to the Master of Islamic Studies.

Corequisites:

None

Recommended Background Knowledge:

None

Non Allowed Subjects:

ISLM40009 Islamic Studies Thesis

Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Coordinator

Dr Muhammad Kamal

Contact

muhammad@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:	Students will be required to write a thesis of 20,000 words on a topic approved by the supervisor.
Learning Outcomes:	have an ability to evaluate research and professional literature concerning Islam and Muslim affairs. have a capacity to articulate their findings and views in oral and written presentations. have an advanced understanding of major issues and sensitivities regarding Islam and Muslim affairs. have a capacity to engage where appropriate with issues to do with Islam and Muslim affairs, and have an appreciation of the design, conduct and reporting of research.
Assessment:	A thesis of 20,000 words due at the end of the second semester of enrolment.
Prescribed Texts:	None
Breadth Options:	This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information:	Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:	have an ability to evaluate research and professional literature concerning Islam and Muslim affairs. have a capacity to articulate their findings and views in oral and written presentations. have an advanced understanding of major issues and sensitivities regarding Islam and Muslim affairs. have a capacity to engage where appropriate with issues to do with Islam and Muslim affairs. have an appreciation of the design, conduct and reporting of research. Examine complex and important cultural materials from a scholarly perspective and present arguments in structured formats.
Related Majors/Minors/Specialisations:	100 Point Master of Islamic Studies 150 Point Master of Islamic Studies 200 Point Master of Islamic Studies

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